A display made with laptops is seen at the Intel booth at the International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Monday, Jan. 7, 2013. The 2013 International CES gadget show, the biggest trade show in the Americas, is taking place in Las Vegas this week. less

A display made with laptops is seen at the Intel booth at the International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Monday, Jan. 7, 2013. The 2013 International CES gadget show, the biggest trade show in the ... more

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LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 06: A pair of Matrix Qube pocket speakers from Matrix Audio are on display at a press event at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center for the 2013 International CES on January 6, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The pocket size speakers sell for USD 50 each and are currently available. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs from January 8-11 and is expected to feature 3,100 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to about 150,000 attendees. less

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 06: A pair of Matrix Qube pocket speakers from Matrix Audio are on display at a press event at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center for the 2013 International CES on January 6, 2013 in ... more

French Parrot introduces their automatic 4 rottor flying drones during the opening event ''CES Unveiled'' during the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Mandalay Bay Hotel resort on January 06, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. AFP PHOTO / JOE KLAMARJOE KLAMAR/AFP/Getty Images less

French Parrot introduces their automatic 4 rottor flying drones during the opening event ''CES Unveiled'' during the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Mandalay Bay Hotel resort on January 06, ... more

Brushbuddies dislays talking singing and popping-up tooth brushes during the opening event ''CES Unveiled'' during the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Mandalay Bay Hotel resort on January 06, ... more

Sphero robot ball operated by iPad is shown during the opening event ''CES Unveiled'' during the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Mandalay Bay Hotel resort on January 06, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada.AFP PHOTO / JOE KLAMARJOE KLAMAR/AFP/Getty Images less

Sphero robot ball operated by iPad is shown during the opening event ''CES Unveiled'' during the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Mandalay Bay Hotel resort on January 06, 2013 in Las Vegas, ... more

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Thierry Dechatre of Avenir Telecom shows BeWii bluetooth operated heliccopter by iPhone during the opening event ''CES Unveiled'' during the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Mandalay Bay Hotel ... more

Las Vegas Convention Center exhibit contractor Ruachelle Kulak searches through stacks of cell phone case while setting up a booth for X-Doria, Sunday, Jan. 6, 2013, in Las Vegas. X-Doria, a mobile accessories company, is one of thousands of consumer electronics exhibitors that will be showing products at the International Consumer Electronics Show, which opens on Tuesday and runs through Friday. less

This undated photo provided by Lego shows Ã‚Â“Reptar,Ã‚Â” a robotic snake that is one of 17 possible creations available in the new, $350 Lego Mindstorms EV3 platform that will have the ability to talk to iPhones, iPads and iPod Touches through Bluetooth wireless connections. Lego is scheduled to announce the kit at the International Consumer Electronics Show, Monday, Jan. 7, 2013, in Las Vegas. less

This undated photo provided by Lego shows Ã‚Â“Reptar,Ã‚Â” a robotic snake that is one of 17 possible creations available in the new, $350 Lego Mindstorms EV3 platform that will have the ability to ... more

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 06: Rohan Marley, son of late Reggae musician Bob Marley, displays the USD 799 One Foundation speaker system from the House of Marley at a press event at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center for the 2013 International CES on January 6, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs from January 8-11 and is expected to feature 3,100 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to about 150,000 attendees. less

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 06: Rohan Marley, son of late Reggae musician Bob Marley, displays the USD 799 One Foundation speaker system from the House of Marley at a press event at the Mandalay Bay Convention ... more

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LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 06: An iPhone using HzO Waterblock technology is displayed in a bowl of water during a press event at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center for the 2013 International CES on January 6, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs from January 8-11 and is expected to feature 3,100 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to about 150,000 attendees. less

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 06: An iPhone using HzO Waterblock technology is displayed in a bowl of water during a press event at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center for the 2013 International CES on January 6, ... more

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 06: A Spare One phone is on display at a press event at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center for the 2013 International CES on January 6, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The AA battery powered cell phone is currently available for USD 99. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs from January 8-11 and is expected to feature 3,100 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to about 150,000 attendees. less

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 06: A Spare One phone is on display at a press event at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center for the 2013 International CES on January 6, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The AA battery powered ... more

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LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 06: Parrot's Flower Power plant monitor and application is on display during a press event at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center for the 2013 International CES on January 6, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The monitor will sense the plant's enviroment and relay the information to the user's smart phone or tablet. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs from January 8-11 and is expected to feature 3,100 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to about 150,000 attendees. less

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 06: Parrot's Flower Power plant monitor and application is on display during a press event at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center for the 2013 International CES on January 6, 2013 in Las ... more

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 06: Nicolas Halftermeyer of Parrot displays the Flower Power plant monitor during a press event at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center for the 2013 International CES on January 6, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The monitor will sense the plant's enviroment and relay the information to the user's smartphone. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs from January 8-11 and is expected to feature 3,100 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to about 150,000 attendees. less

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 06: Nicolas Halftermeyer of Parrot displays the Flower Power plant monitor during a press event at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center for the 2013 International CES on January 6, 2013 in ... more

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 06: John Noonan displays a pair of Liquid Image goggles with a built in camera at a press event at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center for the 2013 International CES on January 6, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The goggles which have built-in WiFi are currently available on the market and have a retail price of USD 399. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs from January 8-11 and is expected to feature 3,100 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to about 150,000 attendees. less

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 06: John Noonan displays a pair of Liquid Image goggles with a built in camera at a press event at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center for the 2013 International CES on January 6, 2013 ... more

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 06: An Eversense electronic thermostat by Allure Energy is on display at a press event at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center for the 2013 International CES on January 6, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The electronic energy management system allows a user to control the a home environment using a smartphone. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs from January 8-11 and is expected to feature 3,100 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to about 150,000 attendees. less

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 06: An Eversense electronic thermostat by Allure Energy is on display at a press event at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center for the 2013 International CES on January 6, 2013 in Las ... more

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 06: The Nectar by Lilliputian is on display at a press event at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center for the 2013 International CES on January 6, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The power supply provide a portable source to recharge your mobile devices. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs from January 8-11 and is expected to feature 3,100 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to about 150,000 attendees. less

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 06: The Nectar by Lilliputian is on display at a press event at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center for the 2013 International CES on January 6, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The power ... more

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LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 06: The Sensus, a touch-sentive case by Canopy, is on display at a press event at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center for the 2013 International CES on January 6, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The case lets the user interact with apps using multi-touch surfaces on both the right side and back of the case. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs from January 8-11 and is expected to feature 3,100 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to about 150,000 attendees. less

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 06: The Sensus, a touch-sentive case by Canopy, is on display at a press event at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center for the 2013 International CES on January 6, 2013 in Las Vegas, ... more

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 06: Diego Romeu of 3M Touch Systems uses an 84 inch touch table during a press event at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center for the 2013 International CES on January 6, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs from January 8-11 and is expected to feature 3,100 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to about 150,000 attendees. less

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 06: Diego Romeu of 3M Touch Systems uses an 84 inch touch table during a press event at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center for the 2013 International CES on January 6, 2013 in Las ... more

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 06: A Body Media arm band is on display during a press event at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center for the 2013 International CES on January 6, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The arm band is designed to record your physical activities and will be availble this summer. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs from January 8-11 and is expected to feature 3,100 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to about 150,000 attendees. less

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 06: A Body Media arm band is on display during a press event at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center for the 2013 International CES on January 6, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The arm band ... more

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LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 06: A HAPIfork is on display at a press event at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center for the 2013 International CES on January 6, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The electronic fork which will monitor your eating habits will be available in the summer for USD 100. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs from January 8-11 and is expected to feature 3,100 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to about 150,000 attendees. less

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 06: A HAPIfork is on display at a press event at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center for the 2013 International CES on January 6, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The electronic fork which ... more

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LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 06: An iSpO2 pulse oximeter is on display at a press event at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center for the 2013 International CES on January 6, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The USD 249 personal health monitor attaches to the user's mobile device that can record, save and transmit vital statistics. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs from January 8-11 and is expected to feature 3,100 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to about 150,000 attendees. less

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 06: An iSpO2 pulse oximeter is on display at a press event at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center for the 2013 International CES on January 6, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The USD 249 ... more

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 06: Shauna Cyr wears a pair of USD 299 Soul SL300 noise-cancelling headphones at a press event at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center for the 2013 International CES on January 6, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs from January 8-11 and is expected to feature 3,100 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to about 150,000 attendees. less

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 06: Shauna Cyr wears a pair of USD 299 Soul SL300 noise-cancelling headphones at a press event at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center for the 2013 International CES on January 6, 2013 in ... more

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 06: A Power 2U AC/USB outlet by Other World Computing is on display at a press event at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center for the 2013 International CES on January 6, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The 20 amp outlet will sell for USD 40 and will be available in February. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs from January 8-11 and is expected to feature 3,100 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to about 150,000 attendees. less

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 06: A Power 2U AC/USB outlet by Other World Computing is on display at a press event at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center for the 2013 International CES on January 6, 2013 in Las ... more

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 07: Moshi Digits touchscreen gloves are displayed during the 2013 International CES Digital Experience media preview at the MGM Grand Conference Center on January 7, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs from January 8-11 and is expected to feature 3,100 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to about 150,000 attendees. less

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 07: Moshi Digits touchscreen gloves are displayed during the 2013 International CES Digital Experience media preview at the MGM Grand Conference Center on January 7, 2013 in Las Vegas, ... more

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 07: Bartenders wait to serve drinks during the 2013 International CES Digital Experience media preview at the MGM Grand Conference Center on January 7, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs from January 8-11 and is expected to feature 3,100 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to about 150,000 attendees. less

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 07: Artists with Cygnett make custom iPhone covers during the 2013 International CES Digital Experience media preview at the MGM Grand Conference Center on January 7, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs from January 8-11 and is expected to feature 3,100 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to about 150,000 attendees. less

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 07: Artists with Cygnett make custom iPhone covers during the 2013 International CES Digital Experience media preview at the MGM Grand Conference Center on January 7, 2013 in Las Vegas, ... more

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 07: Watches made by Martian Watches are displayed during the 2013 International CES Digital Experience media preview at the MGM Grand Conference Center on January 7, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs from January 8-11 and is expected to feature 3,100 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to about 150,000 attendees. less

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 07: Watches made by Martian Watches are displayed during the 2013 International CES Digital Experience media preview at the MGM Grand Conference Center on January 7, 2013 in Las Vegas, ... more

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 07: Sony Electronics President and COO Phil Molyneux wirelessly connects a cell phone to a speaker as he speaks during a Sony press conference at the 2013 International CES at the Las Vegas Convention Center on January 7, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs from January 8-11 and is expected to feature 3,100 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to about 150,000 attendees. less

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 07: Sony Electronics President and COO Phil Molyneux wirelessly connects a cell phone to a speaker as he speaks during a Sony press conference at the 2013 International CES at the Las ... more

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 07: Qualcomm Inc., Chairman and CEO Dr. Paul E. Jacobs (R) receives the keys to an all electric Rolls Royce during a keynote address at the 2013 International CES at The Venetian on January 7, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs from January 8-11 and is expected to feature 3,100 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to about 150,000 attendees. less

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 07: Qualcomm Inc., Chairman and CEO Dr. Paul E. Jacobs (R) receives the keys to an all electric Rolls Royce during a keynote address at the 2013 International CES at The Venetian on ... more

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 07: Actress Alice Eve speaks during a keynote address at the 2013 International CES at The Venetian on January 7, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs from January 8-11 and is expected to feature 3,100 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to about 150,000 attendees. less

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 07: Actress Alice Eve speaks during a keynote address at the 2013 International CES at The Venetian on January 7, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. CES, the world's largest annual consumer ... more

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 07: Big Bird of Sesame Street appears on stage during a keynote address at the 2013 International CES at The Venetian on January 7, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs from January 8-11 and is expected to feature 3,100 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to about 150,000 attendees. less

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 07: Big Bird of Sesame Street appears on stage during a keynote address at the 2013 International CES at The Venetian on January 7, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. CES, the world's largest ... more

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 07: Qualcomm Inc., Chairman and CEO Dr. Paul E. Jacobs displays a Snapdragon 800 series chip that he is holding during a keynote address at the 2013 International CES at The Venetian on January 7, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs from January 8-11 and is expected to feature 3,100 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to about 150,000 attendees. less

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 07: Qualcomm Inc., Chairman and CEO Dr. Paul E. Jacobs displays a Snapdragon 800 series chip that he is holding during a keynote address at the 2013 International CES at The Venetian on ... more

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 07: Microsoft Corp CEO Steve Ballmer (L) and Qualcomm Inc., Chairman and CEO Dr. Paul E. Jacobs appear on stage together during a keynote address at the 2013 International CES at The Venetian on January 7, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs from January 8-11 and is expected to feature 3,100 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to about 150,000 attendees. less

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 07: Microsoft Corp CEO Steve Ballmer (L) and Qualcomm Inc., Chairman and CEO Dr. Paul E. Jacobs appear on stage together during a keynote address at the 2013 International CES at The ... more

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 07: The DISH Network's Hopper with Sling is displayed at a press event at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center for the 2013 International CES on January 7, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs from January 8-11 and is expected to feature 3,100 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to about 150,000 attendees. less

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 07: The DISH Network's Hopper with Sling is displayed at a press event at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center for the 2013 International CES on January 7, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. CES, ... more

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 07: A Sharp Aquos Zeta SH-02E mobile phone using IGZO technology is displayed during a press event at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center for the 2013 International CES on January 7, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs from January 8-11 and is expected to feature 3,100 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to about 150,000 attendees. less

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 07: A Sharp Aquos Zeta SH-02E mobile phone using IGZO technology is displayed during a press event at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center for the 2013 International CES on January 7, ... more

A show attendee photographs an image displayed on Sony's 84-inch XBR 4K LED television after a news conference at the International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Monday, Jan. 7, 2013. The 2013 International CES gadget show, the biggest trade show in the Americas, is taking place in Las Vegas this week. less

A show attendee photographs an image displayed on Sony's 84-inch XBR 4K LED television after a news conference at the International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Monday, Jan. 7, 2013. The 2013 ... more

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Soon to be released Huawei new smartphones Ascend Mate are presented at the 2013 International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas on January 7, 2013. The annual CES which takes place from January 8-11 is a place where industry manufacturers, advertisers and tech-minded consumers converge to get a taste of new gadgets and innovations coming to the market each year. AFP PHOTO/JOE KLAMARJOE KLAMAR/AFP/Getty Images less

Soon to be released Huawei new smartphones Ascend Mate are presented at the 2013 International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas on January 7, 2013. The annual CES which takes place from January 8-11 is a ... more

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Netgear Vice President of Engineering David Henry holds up a VueZone wireless camera at the 2013 International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas on January 7, 2013. The annual CES which takes place from January 8-11 is a place where industry manufacturers, advertisers and tech-minded consumers converge to get a taste of new gadgets and innovations coming to the market each year. AFP PHOTO/JOE KLAMARJOE KLAMAR/AFP/Getty Images less

Netgear Vice President of Engineering David Henry holds up a VueZone wireless camera at the 2013 International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas on January 7, 2013. The annual CES which takes place from ... more

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This product image provided by Samsung shows Samsung Electronics's new lens that can go from 2D to 3D mode with the flip of a switch. The lens is being reveled during the week of Jan. 7, 2013 at the International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. The lens is for Samsung's new NX300 camera, also launching soon. less

This product image provided by Samsung shows Samsung Electronics's new lens that can go from 2D to 3D mode with the flip of a switch. The lens is being reveled during the week of Jan. 7, 2013 at the ... more

Sony's new Xperia Z smartphone is displayed in water at the Sony booth at the International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Monday, Jan. 7, 2013. The 2013 International CES gadget show, the biggest trade show in the Americas, is taking place in Las Vegas this week. less

Sony's new Xperia Z smartphone is displayed in water at the Sony booth at the International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Monday, Jan. 7, 2013. The 2013 International CES gadget show, the biggest ... more

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Sony's new Xperia Z smartphones are unveiled at the International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Monday, Jan. 7, 2013. The 2013 International CES gadget show, the biggest trade show in the Americas, is taking place in Las Vegas this week. less

Sony's new Xperia Z smartphones are unveiled at the International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Monday, Jan. 7, 2013. The 2013 International CES gadget show, the biggest trade show in the Americas, is ... more

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LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 08: Bryce Harper of the Washington Nationals holds a mobile phone during a T-Mobile news conference at the 2013 International CES at The Venetian on January 8, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. T-Mobile announced a partnership with Major League baseball. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs through January 11 and is expected to feature 3,100 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to about 150,000 attendees. less

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 08: Bryce Harper of the Washington Nationals holds a mobile phone during a T-Mobile news conference at the 2013 International CES at The Venetian on January 8, 2013 in Las Vegas, ... more

IMAGE DISTRIBUTED FOR PANASONIC - A view of the Panasonic booth at The 2013 International Consumer Electronics Show, on Tuesday, Jan. 08, 2013, in Las Vegas, NV.

IMAGE DISTRIBUTED FOR PANASONIC - A view of the Panasonic booth at The 2013 International Consumer Electronics Show, on Tuesday, Jan. 08, 2013, in Las Vegas, NV.

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LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 08: An attendee records the projection on his smartphone through a pair of 3D glasses at the LG booth at the 2013 International CES at the Las Vegas Convention Center on January 8, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs through January 11 and is expected to feature 3,100 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to about 150,000 attendees. less

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 08: An attendee records the projection on his smartphone through a pair of 3D glasses at the LG booth at the 2013 International CES at the Las Vegas Convention Center on January 8, 2013 ... more

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 08: An attendee watches a 3D video with special glasses at the LG booth at the 2013 International CES at the Las Vegas Convention Center on January 8, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs through January 11 and is expected to feature 3,100 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to about 150,000 attendees. less

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 08: An attendee watches a 3D video with special glasses at the LG booth at the 2013 International CES at the Las Vegas Convention Center on January 8, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. CES, ... more

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 08: An attendee samples the LG Touch Monitor at the 2013 International CES at the Las Vegas Convention Center on January 8, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs through January 11 and is expected to feature 3,100 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to about 150,000 attendees. less

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 08: An attendee samples the LG Touch Monitor at the 2013 International CES at the Las Vegas Convention Center on January 8, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. CES, the world's largest annual ... more

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 08: LG's smart wash and dryer with Smart ThinQ technology are seen at the 2013 International CES at the Las Vegas Convention Center on January 8, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The home appliance is able to communicate with the user's smartphone. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs through January 11 and is expected to feature 3,100 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to about 150,000 attendees. less

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 08: LG's smart wash and dryer with Smart ThinQ technology are seen at the 2013 International CES at the Las Vegas Convention Center on January 8, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The home ... more

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 08: A Lexus LS Integrated Safety self-driving car is displayed at the Lexus booth during the 2013 International CES at the Las Vegas Convention Center on January 8, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs from January 8-11 and is expected to feature 3,100 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to about 150,000 attendees. less

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 08: A Lexus LS Integrated Safety self-driving car is displayed at the Lexus booth during the 2013 International CES at the Las Vegas Convention Center on January 8, 2013 in Las Vegas, ... more

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 08: A photograph emerges from a LG Pocket Photo printer that uses NFC technology at the 2013 International CES at the Las Vegas Convention Center on January 8, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs through January 11 and is expected to feature 3,100 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to about 150,000 attendees. less

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 08: A photograph emerges from a LG Pocket Photo printer that uses NFC technology at the 2013 International CES at the Las Vegas Convention Center on January 8, 2013 in Las Vegas, ... more

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 08: Panasonic's HX-A100, a wearable camera is on display at the 2013 International CES at the Las Vegas Convention Center on January 8, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs through January 11 and is expected to feature 3,100 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to about 150,000 attendees. less

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 08: Panasonic's HX-A100, a wearable camera is on display at the 2013 International CES at the Las Vegas Convention Center on January 8, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. CES, the world's ... more

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 08: Panasonic's HX-A100, a wearable camera is on display at the 2013 International CES at the Las Vegas Convention Center on January 8, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs through January 11 and is expected to feature 3,100 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to about 150,000 attendees. less

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 08: Panasonic's HX-A100, a wearable camera is on display at the 2013 International CES at the Las Vegas Convention Center on January 8, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. CES, the world's ... more

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 08: Panasonic's Swipe & Share 2.0 is seen at the 2013 International CES at the Las Vegas Convention Center on January 8, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs through January 11 and is expected to feature 3,100 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to about 150,000 attendees. less

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 08: Panasonic's Swipe & Share 2.0 is seen at the 2013 International CES at the Las Vegas Convention Center on January 8, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. CES, the world's largest annual ... more

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 08: An attendee examines one of the many MVP Bluetooth enabled speakers at the Voxx International booth at the 2013 International CES at the Las Vegas Convention Center on January 8, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs through January 11 and is expected to feature 3,100 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to about 150,000 attendees. less

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 08: An attendee examines one of the many MVP Bluetooth enabled speakers at the Voxx International booth at the 2013 International CES at the Las Vegas Convention Center on January 8, ... more

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LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 08: A display of MVP Bluetooth enabled speakers is on display at the Voxx International booth at the 2013 International CES at the Las Vegas Convention Center on January 8, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. After purchasing the speaker, the user sends away for a customize skin to apply. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs through January 11 and is expected to feature 3,100 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to about 150,000 attendees. less

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 08: A display of MVP Bluetooth enabled speakers is on display at the Voxx International booth at the 2013 International CES at the Las Vegas Convention Center on January 8, 2013 in Las ... more

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 08: The Samsung Series 9 ultra laptop is on display at the 2013 International CES at the Las Vegas Convention Center on January 8, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs through January 11 and is expected to feature 3,100 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to about 150,000 attendees. less

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 08: The Samsung Series 9 ultra laptop is on display at the 2013 International CES at the Las Vegas Convention Center on January 8, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. CES, the world's largest ... more

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 08: Samsung's Smart Care washer and dryer are on display at the 2013 International CES at the Las Vegas Convention Center on January 8, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. CES, the world's largest annual consumer technology trade show, runs through January 11 and is expected to feature 3,100 exhibitors showing off their latest products and services to about 150,000 attendees. less

LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 08: Samsung's Smart Care washer and dryer are on display at the 2013 International CES at the Las Vegas Convention Center on January 8, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. CES, the world's ... more